"When life gives you lemons, make lemonade."
“When life give you lemons, eat them, they're good for you."
"When life gives you lemons, accept them graciously.”
All these quotes from my pal "unknown" sum up our lives this past month.
Since my DIY hubby had two surgeries in December, including rotator cuff repair, our … [Read more...]

How on earth is it already New Year's Day? Is it just me, or did time really start flying this year?
Somehow I don't want to admit that it definitely has something to do with getting older.
My family embraces many traditions for our favorite holidays. Our best Thanksgiving memories center around consuming a big meal while … [Read more...]

Do you ever have one of those last minute gatherings where you've got to get the kids ready, a dish provided and really don't want to show up as the only person without homemade food?
I know exactly how you feel! I'm not one for rushing by the grocery to pick up a ready made product so I'm sharing this very simple dish that my family … [Read more...]

When I was asked by Country Crock to share a favorite family casserole I started thinking about my history with casseroles. (I know, fascinating subject isn't it?)
If you're from the south y'all know about casseroles. They're at every potluck dinner and many family meals.
Dictionary.com says a casserole is a "noun 1. … [Read more...]

I hate to admit it, but it wasn't until recently that I made potato salad from scratch.
And I'm from the south.
Born and bred y'all.
Picnics, lazy days, hamburgers and potato salads.
I had deprived my family all their lives.
~sad~
Now that I've learned how to make this Red Potato Salad there's no stopping … [Read more...]

I am a true Southerner. Born and bred in the South and still living here (minus stints in a few other states.)
Even so, I wasn't sure about the tradition of eating black-eyed-peas on New Years Day. According to this info, it should be the first food eaten on New Year's Day to ensure luck and prosperity in the coming year.
Nope. … [Read more...]

I saw this recipe recently, knew we had an abundance of potatoes and decided to try it. Oh.my.word. It was divine.
These potatoes make a great appetizer, accompaniment to a meal or snacks for the kids.
Since it has bacon in it is qualifies as a meal with meat and that makes my DIY hubby happy.
Ingredients:
Potatoes
6 to 8 large … [Read more...]

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